About UsblueAPACHE is an Australian owned award-winning Managed Service Provider, recognised for the 5th year running as Mid-Market Partner of the Year at the ARN Innovation Awards.We pride ourselves on being a genuinely great place to work, with a vibrant culture, clear vision, and strong leadership. When joining blueAPACHE, you are joining an organisation that is driven by our core values of employee and customer experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we embrace our individual talents and our differences.Due to continuous growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer to join our Professional Services Team.The successful candidate will be instrumental in overseeing the effective execution of infrastructure projects that involve Firewalls, SD-WAN, Switching, Wireless, NAC and integration with Service Provider Core Network, Azure Networking and Windows AD Services. This role will be based in Melbourne (preferable), open to consider candidates in Sydney and Brisbane.ResponsibilitiesPlanning, designing, and executing wired and wireless network solutions, along with the assessment and improvement of current network infrastructures.Delegate workload and guide project engineers to achieve successful delivery within their technical domain.Provide technical guidance to new clients and collaborate closely with presales Solution Architects for comprehensive project delivery.Collaborate with the Service Provider Team to support the maintenance and enhancement of the Core/MPLS network and conduct internal training sessions for engineers as needed.Establish a consistent approach to delivering common solutions by generating Effort Estimates, Guidelines & Best Practices, Testing Templates, As-built documentation, and other project artefacts.Work alongside the Project Manager to develop schedules and manage variations while ensuring solutions are aligned with the design, statement of work, and scheduling milestones during delivery. Be accountable for project delivery from inception to closure.Travel to customer sites for project-related tasks as needed including engaging in design discussions with potential clients.RequirementsMinimum 5+ years in Architecture, Design, Implementation and Leading Projects with highly skilled Network Engineers specialising in Service Provider Core Network, Firewalls, SD-WAN, Switching, Wireless, NAC and integration with Azure Networking and Windows AD Services.Must have current certifications in Fortinet Firewall/SD-WAN (NSE4, NSE6, NSE7), Cisco (CCNP/CCIE) and/or Aruba Switching/Wireless Stack (ACSA, ACMP) or equivalent certifications.Strong knowledge and industry experience across a range of networking technologies including vendors such as Fortinet, Cisco/Meraki, HP-Aruba, and Palo Alto.Strong understanding and demonstrated experience in the use of the following technologies: Next Gen Firewalls (FortiGate 'preferred', Palo Alto and Cisco Meraki)Routing (FortiGate, Cisco and Meraki)SD-WAN (FortiGate 'preferred' and Meraki)Service Provider Core/MPLS networkSwitching (HP/Aruba 'preferred', FortiGate, Cisco and Meraki)Wireless (Aruba 'preferred', FortiGate, Cisco, Meraki)Previous role with an IT&T System Integrator, Professional Consulting Services, Internet Services Provider, or similar organisation.BenefitsblueAPACHE continues to grow alongside some of Australia's leading midmarket businesses, our valued clients. We continue to stay abreast of current technologies to maintain our competitive advantage, offering the opportunity to continually expand your technical expertise and provide an uncompromising offering to our clients. We recognise our people are our most significant differentiator.We offer options for you to interview virtually.blueAPACHE offers an environment to make a real difference, develop careers within a supportive and rewarding environment.Regular social events and an awesome culture – work with a team of experts in their field.Ongoing training and development including paid certifications.Quality hardware and laptop provided.Employee referral programs - once you are in and you are loving it - you can refer a friend and get paid for it!Please note, all offers of employment at blueAPACHE are subject to Police Clearance Checks.
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